Derrick & Derrick will play at the main stage on Thursday, September 6, as part of the Bike Nite Festivities. Their performance will begin at 6:00 p.m. in the beer garden on the west side of the stage. This will be followed by opening ceremonies on the main stage at 8 p.m. and Journey tribute band The Ultimate Journey Xperience at 8:30 p.m.
Derrick Fredritz and Derrick Conley comprise the country music duo who describes their music as a “pure and natural” mix of modern and classic country music. Hailing from Carey, Ohio, they have been performing together for 12 years
Bikers will meet at Ralphies at 5:00 p.m., and then leave for Downtown about 5:30. They’ll travel down the parade route and end with special motorcycle parking just off South State Street. This parking area will have security in place to oversee the motorcycles. Those arriving late can access special directions to the parking area which have been adjusted to accommodate the street closings due to the parade online at www.popcornfestival.com.
Main stage entertainment for 2012 includes The Ultimate Journey Xperience, a Journey tribute band on Thursday, September 6; country sensation Josh Thompson on Friday, September 7; and Boyz II Men on Saturday, September 8. For more information on the full slate of activities, or if you are interested in obtaining Kernel Seats for the entertainment, visit www.popcornfestival.com or call 740-387-FEST.
The Marion Popcorn Festival is sponsored in part by the City of Marion.
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